THR 461 - Contemp African-Amer Theatre

Institution:

Saint Louis University-Main Campus

Subject:

Theatre

Description:

This course is directed towards a better understanding of theatrical literature about people of color Black Americans, Hispanics, Latin Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, Women, Gay and Lesbian Americans. Cultural Studies and Performance Studies tools and techniques of post-structural and post-modern literary criticism will be used to analyze plays, productions, video productions, and live performances of various groups listed above. Emphasis will be placed on reading, responding, and comparing the similarities and differences of the texts. A major goal will be to understand and appreciate the cultural differences of the plays in order to witness how important it is to know other cultures and their contributions to theatre.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.slu.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 977-2222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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